Model Year | 2023 | 2015 | |
Model | Kia Carnival | Mazda CX-5 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 216 kW@6400 355 Nm@5000 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 137 kW@5700 251 Nm@3250 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,091 mm | 2,700 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,156 mm | 4,539 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,994 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,740 mm | 1,669 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,985 kg | 1,531 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 72 L | 56 L | 16 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,631 mm | 1,461 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,519 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,044 mm | 1,041 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,003 mm | 991 mm | -990 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,605 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,687 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,029 mm | 998 mm | -997 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 980 mm | 0 mm | 980 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,511 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,280 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 904 mm | 0 mm | 904 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,977 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,040 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,138 L | 966 L | -965 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2,461 L | 34.1 | -32.1 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4,109 L | 1,835 L | 3 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Carnival.
2015 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
There's no clear winner in rear seat room and comfort, either. The Mazda's rear seat is mounted a little lower than the Toyota's, and when sitting in it my knees are considerably closer (if still not close) to the front seat backs. Also, the Toyota's rear seat reclines, while the Mazda's does not. Neither car has air vents in the rear passenger compartment, but the RAV4 has a large vent high on the instrument panel apparently intended to push cool air into the rear seat via the ceiling. To counter these RAV4 advantages, the CX-5 offers about five inches more rear hip room. So three passengers will fit more comfortably. see full Mazda CX-5 review |
2015 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 4dr SUV 184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Soon after I bought the Mazda, I did an 8 hour trip in it. I found the seat comfort to be most satisfactory. I had no trouble finding a comfortable driving position using the power seat, and, the lumbar support. see full Mazda CX-5 review |
2015 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr SUV 184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
While recently shopping for a new car for the first time in over 10 years, I found that driver's seats are now made with high sides. For me, a 5'1" female driver, this makes it a bit awkward getting in and out. Combined with the higher ground clearance of a compact SUV, it's not the ideal setup. The Mazda CX-5 is not as bad as others, but it's still an issue. see full Mazda CX-5 review |